AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS), AtoN, TRACKING

AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN)

Our new range of AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN) products offers the next generation of electronic navigation and operating enhancement for the management and operation of ports, coastlines and waterways.

An AIS AtoN is typically installed on buoys and other Aids to Navigation to give the AtoN position and can be integrated with lanterns and sensors such as weather, tide, temperature and water current. The AIS AtoN transmits the data via the normal AIS network allowing the position of the AtoN and sensor information to be monitored in all conditions with an AIS display.

A navigational aid (also known as aid to navigation, ATON, or navaid) is any sort of marker which aids the traveler in navigation; the term is most commonly used to refer to nautical or aviation travel. Common types of such aids include lighthouses, buoys, fog signals, and day beacons.

According to the glossary of terms in the United States Coast Guard Light list, an Aid to Navigation is any device external to a vessel or aircraft specifically intended to assist navigators in determining their position or safe course, or to warn them of dangers or obstructions to navigation.

Benefits of an AIS AtoN

Systems that improve waterway control and safety

Improved maritime domain awareness

Accurate real time monitoring of buoy positions in all weather conditions

Enhanced efficiency, safety and visibility with AIS

In addition to improved safety and security AIS is used to improve the operational efficiency of vessels, ports and waterways, delivering lower operating costs and maximising load factors (number of vessels).

Our unique 3D display system allows you to control and monitor all aspects of a strategic maritime facility.

Safety on the water is of paramount importance. AIS devices help to prevent accidents, and in the unfortunate event of an incident, can help to ensure vessels and people are found and rescued quickly.

AIS aids national security by identifying threats to sovereign borders and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ). Working with radar, AIS identifies ships using AIS; whilst radar identifies vessels that don’t have AIS identification and may be potential threats.

Affordable Fleet Monitoring

Implementing a customised vessel tracking system within available budget for fleets of any size.

Giving authorities and fleet owners control of their fleet

Our vessel tracking system is designed to offer affordable, yet guaranteed fleet monitoring. The use of multiple technologies, including satellite AIS where required permits our system to be easily deployed along any coastline no matter the availability of coast monitoring locations – minimum cost, maximum functionality.

Leisure

AIS enhances the fun aspects of boating

AIS improves the safety of leisure boating and increases the fun whilst on the water. The potential hazards of commercial vessels are mitigated, whilst the information from an AIS transceiver will provide interesting information on weather and nearby vessels.

AIS Products and Solutions

AIS AtoN Chronos Type 1 & Type 3

Product Code : Type 1: 418-0050 & Type 3 : 418-0065

Features

Chronos is an internationally certified Type 1 and Type 3 AIS AtoN with the world’s lowest power consumption. Offering a full range of features, including transmission of virtual AtoN targets, over the air configuration and chaining. Chronos can be interfaced directly with lights and RACONS, and to an extensive range of sensors when connected to the Chronos Sensor Interface product (optional).

The small, tough enclosure is designed for continuous, long term use in even the most extreme environments from the equator to the poles and can be installed in the tight spaces.

Customisation

Our products offer unmatched capability to be customised for specific applications and markets. Additional features and
functions can be specified and implemented and range from the simple to complex encryption and messaging features.

Certification

This product is fully tested and certified to the relevant international standards and product specifications. As part of the OEM customisation process into your brand, international certification can be transferred into your brand name within a matter of weeks.

AIS AtoN Chronos Type 1 & Type 3

AtoN Functions

Type 1 and Type 3 options available

Supports configuration by VDL command

Chaining option available

Customisable sensor interfacing

Virtual AtoN support

Physical

Dimensions: 172mm x 120mm x 55mm

Weight: 350g

Electrical

12 to 24VDC

Power consumption: Type 1 AtoN (FATDMA) less than 0.09Ah/day*

Power consumption: Type 3 AtoN (RATDMA) less than 0.8 Ah/day*

* with 3 minute position reporting rate

Interfaces

USB (for configuration)

Link connector – has two functions, only one can be used at any time:

connect to a Light, RACON and an external NMEA0183 port

connect to the Sensor Interface (optional) via the Link cable supplied with the Sensor Interface

VHF Transceiver

Transmitter: x 1

Receiver : x 2

Frequency: 156.025 to 162.025MHz in 25KHz steps

Output power: 1W, 2W, 5W or 12.5W

Channel bandwidth: 25KHz

Channel step: 25KHz

Modulation modes: 25KHz GMSK (AIS, transmit and receive)

Bit rate: 9600 b/s (GMSK)

Receiver sensitivity: < -110dBm @ 20% PER

Adjacent channel: selectivity 70dB

GPS Receiver and Antenna

Channels: 50

IEC 61108-1: Compliant

GPS antenna: External antenna provided

Glonass: Option available

Spurious response rejection: 70dB

Environmental

Waterproof: IPx6 and IPx7 rated for water ingress

IEC 60945: ‘Exposed’ category

Operating temperature: -25°C to +55°C

Standards Compliance

AIS Standard: IEC62320-2 2008

Environmental: IEC60945 2002-08

GPS Performance Standard: IEC61108-1 2002-07

Safety: EN60950-1 2006, +A11 2009, +A1 2010, +A12 2011

AIS AtoN Chronos Type 1 & Type 3

Supplied with

Chronos AIS AtoN Transceiver

Product CD

Warranty card

Backshell connector

Fixings

Power and USB cable

USB configuration cable

GPS antenna

Chronos Sensor Interface (Optional)

Product Code : 418-0052

Features

The Chronos AIS AtoN Sensor Interface allows the interfacing of the Chronos AIS AtoN to a variety of external sensors allowing for the transmission of the sensor information as a standard AIS message. These sensors can be complete weather stations systems or individual sensors such as light status, power supply status, RACON status, wind gauges, tide gauges, current meters, temperature sensors, fog, light, precipitation etc.

SPECIFICATIONS

Physical

Dimensions: 172mm(w) x 120mm(d) x 53mm(h) excluding connectors

Weight: 300g excluding cables and accessories

Interfaces

USB: USB interface for configuration and diagnostics

RS232: Two RS232 level interfaces for connection of external equipment

Included

Dimensions

AIS AtoN Chronos Type 1 & Type 3

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AIS AtoN Carbon Type 1 & Type 3

Product Code : Type 1 : 418-0009 (TR), 418-0010 (TRS)

Type 3 : 418-0001 (TR), 418-0003 (TRS)

Features

Carbon is an internationally certified Type 1 and Type 3 AIS AtoN with the world’s lowest power consumption. Offering a full range of features, including transmission of virtual AtoN targets, simple integration with lanterns and external sensors, plus over the air configuration and chaining. The toughened enclosure is designed for continuous, long term use in the even the most extreme environments from the equator to the poles.

Certified Type 1 and Type 3

Ultra low power consumption in all operating modes

Designed and manufactured for the toughest of environments

Integrated GPS antenna with optional external input

Multiple flexible sensor interfaces (TRS)

Proven operational reliability

Full feature set

Customisation

Our products offer unmatched capability to be customised for specific applications and markets. Additional features and functions can be specified and implemented and range from the simple to complex encryption and messaging features.

Certification

This product is fully tested and certified to the relevant international standards and product specifications (FCC (USA), Industry Canada and R&TTE (CE) Type Approval).

AIS AtoN Carbon Type 1 & Type 3

Transceiver Dimensions

General Assembly

Mounting Bracket Dimensions

AIS AtoN Carbon Type 1 & Type 3

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AIS AtoN Express Type 1

Product Code : 418-0012

Features

Fully certified and integrated Type 1 AIS AtoN with internal rechargeable battery. Designed for quick and easy deployment on even the smallest buoys. Able to operate for over 5 days between charges or connect directly to an external power source for permanent installations. Unique secure quick fit bracket system.

Certified Type 1 AIS AtoN

Integrated and protected GPS & VHF antennas

Internal rechargeable battery

Ultra low power consumption

Customisation

SRT products offer unmatched capability to be customised for specific applications and markets. Additional features and functions can be specified and implemented and range from the simple to complex encryption and messaging features.

Certification

This product is fully tested and certified to the relevant international standards and product specifications (FCC (USA), Industry Canada and R&TTE (CE) Type Approval).

AIS Class A – A100

Product Code : 405-0025

Despite its small size, the em-trak Class A AIS A100 is quality engineered to be exceptionally robust and operate reliably for years in even the harshest commercial marine environment. Installation and connection to existing systems is quick and easy, whilst the intuitive multi-lingual menu system is simple to use.
Proven reliability and operational performance makes this product the world’s best selling AIS Class A.

AIS Class A – A100

Typical Installation

AIS A100 Transceiver Dimensions

AIS A100 Junction Box Dimensions

AIS Class B – B300

TO BE LAUNCHED SOON

Product Code : TBA

The em-trak B300 AIS Class B offers a unique combination of toughness and performance which is ideal for use in harsh commercial marine environments.

After fifteen years of creating marine electronics products we understand the harsh realities of the commercial marine environment. The B300 is engineered and manufactured specifically to operate reliably and securely in these conditions whilst delivering best in class AIS receive and transmit performance.

Product Overview

Fully certified AIS Class B

Waterproof – IP67 Certified

Shock and vibration proof

Low power consumption

Receives and processes all AIS message types

Silent mode feature

Multiple interfaces: NMEA0183, NMEA2000 ensures plug and play compatibility with most display systems

Internal GPS antenna means that an external GPS antenna is optional

Optional anti-tamper and security features

Options

The B300 can be enhanced and customised to meet a wide range of specific user and regional requirements.

AIS Class B – B100

Product Code : 411-0001

Small, light and with multiple interfaces such as NMEA2000, NMEA0183, USB and SD data card the em-trak AIS Class B100 is easy to install and configure.
The Class B AIS B100 simultaneously transmits and receives all AIS messages in real time, and comes as standard with stealth mode functionality (transmit on/off).
No compromise performance and quality at an affordable price.

Product Overview

Rmax™ technology for high performance.

Small and lightweight.

Silent mode functions.

High quality, engineered to last.

SD card for data logging.

NMEA2000 and NMEA0183.

USB, PC and Mac connectivity.

The AIS B100 is an aid to navigation and must not be relied upon to provide accurate navigation information. AIS is not a replacement for vigilant human lookouts and other navigation aids such as Radar. The performance of the B100 may be seriously impaired if not installed as instructed in the user manual, or due to other factors such as weather and or nearby transmitting devices. Compatibility with other systems may vary and is reliant on the third party systems recognising the standard outputs from the B100.

AIS Class B – Identifier – I100

Product Code : 417-0001

The em-trak AIS I100 Identifier has both GPS and VHF antennas integrated within a security sealed, IP68 waterproof ruggedized shell. Power can be supplied from the vessel or independently from its own internal rechargeable battery which gives up to 7 days of continuous operation between charges.

Multiple security and anti-tamper features as well as a secure 6 month voyage data recorder functionality option, makes the Identifier ideal for maritime security related applications.

Product Overview

Small and lightweight.

Enhanced security features.

Rugged design ensures operational performance.

Ensures AIS system integrity.

Highly configurable.

Flexible power options.

AIS Class B – Identifier – I100

Physical

Dimensions: 350mm x 63mm max diameter

Weight: 250g (Identifier unit only)

Mounting bracket min / max pole diameter: 25mm to 55mm

Power

Built in 2100mAh Lithium-Ion battery pack

Up to 5 days operating time (depending on configured reporting rate)

Charge time: 5 hours

Charging dock supplied with universal input AC adapter

Configuration

Batch configuration can be performed at manufacture on request

Interface/Connectors

Charge and configuration contacts are built into the Identifier

VHF Intelligent Transmitter

Transmitter x 1

Receiver x 1 (for carrier sense only)

Frequency: 156.025 to 162.025 MHz in 25kHz steps

Output power: 1W EIRP

Channel bandwidth: 25KHz

Channel step: 25KHz

Modulation modes

25KHz GMSK (AIS, TX only)

Bit rate – 9600 b/s (GMSK)

GPS Receiver (AIS Internal)

IEC 61108-1 Ed. 2.0 compliant 50 channel receiver

WAAS / EGNOS enabled for improved position accuracy

Designed to be compatible with the following standards:

IEC60945 Edn 4.0 – Environmental requirements ‘Protected’

ITU-RM.1371-3 – Universal AIS Technical Characteristics

IEC61108-1 – GPS receiver equipment

The I100 will require local radio approval and certification by the relevant authorities.

AIS Class B – Identifier – I100

Supplied with:

AIS Class B – B212 (2W/12W)

Product Code : 410-0005

The B212 provides full AIS Class B functionality with sophisticated configurable transmit power of 2W or 12W to improve range. Enclosed in an IPx7 ruggedized enclosure the B212 offers the ultimate professional AIS device.

The B212 can be configured to transmit at either the standard 2 W or 12 W transmission power to ensure maximum AIS broadcast range.

The em-trak B212 has NMEA0183 connection and proAIS configuration tool for easy installation and set up.

Product Overview

Technology for high performance.

Small and lightweight.

Rugged Waterproof Enclosure.

High quality, engineered to last.

NMEA0183 & RS232 x2.

The AIS B212 is an aid to navigation and must not be relied upon to provide accurate navigation information. AIS is not a replacement for vigilant human lookouts and other navigation aids such as Radar. The performance of the B212 may be seriously impaired if not installed as instructed in the user manual, or due to other factors such as weather and or nearby transmitting devices. Compatibility with other systems may vary and is reliant on the third party systems recognizing the standard outputs from the B212.

AIS Class B – B212 (2W/12W)

Physical

Dimensions: 215mm x 185mm x 67mm (transceiver)

Weight: 2.4kg (including packaging)

Power

12V DC (9.6-15.6V)

Power consumption: 4W average, peak current 5A

Data Interfaces

NMEA0183 38.4k baud output

RS232 38.4k baud bi-directional x2

Connectors

VHF Antenna connector – SO-239

GPS Antenna connector – TNC

RS232 data connectors – Female 9 Way D-type

VHF Transceiver

Transmitter x 1

Receiver x 2 (one time shared between AIS/DSC)

Frequency: 156.025 to 162.025 MHz in 25KHz steps

Output power 33dBm ± 1.5 dB / 41dBm ± 1.5 dB

Channel bandwidth: 25KHz

Bit rate 9600 b/s GMSK & 1200 b/s FSK

RX sensitivity

Compliant with the following standards (in 2W mode)

IEC62287-1 (IEC standard, Class B shipbourne equipment)

IEC60945 Edn 4.0 (IEC standard, environmental requirements)

ITU-RM.1371-1 (Universal AIS Technical Characteristics)

IEC61162-1 Ed. 2.0 (IEC standard, digital interfaces part 1)

IEC61108-1 (IEC standard, GPS receiver equipment)

When operating in 12W mode the B212 will require radio approval and certification from the relevant local authorities.

AIS Receiver – R100

Product Code : 412-0001

The em-trak AIS R100 an Integrating simple plug and play compatibility with most chart plotters and PCs, the AIS R100 receives and decodes all AIS messages in real time.

Advanced Rmax™ technology ensures AIS R100 can see more vessels in a larger area whilst saving vital on board power.

Product Overview

Rmax™ technology for high performance.

Small and lightweight.

Simple to use, configure and enjoy.

High quality, engineered to last.

Decodes every AIS message in real time.

USB, PC and Mac connectivity.

AIS Receiver – R100

Physical

Size – 116mm x 115m x 37mm (4.56 x 4.52 x 1.45 inches)

Weight – 120g

Power

12 or 24V DC

Power consumption 90mA nominal at 12V

Data Interfaces

USB

NMEA0183 38.4k baud output (AIS data and multiplex output)

NMEA0183 4.8k baud input (multiplex input)

Connectors

12 pin NMEA0183 and power

VHF Antenna connector – SO-239

USB mini-B

VHF Receiver

Receiver 1 frequency: 161.975 MHz

Receiver 2 frequency: 162.025 MHz

Channel bandwidth: 25kHz

Modulation mode: 25kHz GMSK

Bit rate 9600 b/s

RX sensitivity

The AIS R100 is an aid to navigation and must not be relied upon to provide accurate navigation information. AIS is not a replacement for vigilant human lookouts and other navigation aids such as Radar. The performance of the R100 may be seriously impaired if not installed as instructed in the user manual, or due to other factors such as weather and or nearby transmitting devices. Compatibility with other systems may vary and is reliant on the third party systems recognizing the standard outputs from the R100.

AIS Receiver – R100

Supplied with:

Antenna Splitter – S100

Product Code : 416-0013

The em-trak AIS S100 Antenna Splitter allows your Class B AIS and VHF radio to share a single antenna.

The em-trak AIS S100 Antenna Splitter, has patented technology to ensure performance and integrity of both devices whilst our Clear-Call technology guarantees priority for your VHF radio in all circumstances.
Ideal for AIS installations where an existing VHF antenna is already installed. Proven performance that you can rely upon.

Antenna Splitter – S100

Supplied with:

AIS SART100

Product Code : 409-0018

The em-trak AIS SART100 is an internationally certified (Wheelmark) search and rescue transponder.

The em-trak AIS SART100 is quality engineered to be stored undisturbed for up to five years and be instantly operational in the event of an emergency. Each unit is supplied as standard with bulk head mounting bracket, grab bag and mounting pole. Extremely rugged, the SART100 will not let you down when you need it most.

Product Overview

Advanced technology maximises range.

High quality, designed to last.

Designed to operate in the harshest environment.

Small and lightweight.

Flexible mounting options.

Internationally certified.

AIS SART100

Physical

Dimensions: 381mm x 67mm max diameter

Weight: 250g

Power

Internal non-hazardous Lithium battery with 5 year storage life

Minimum 96 hour operating time

GPS Receiver

50 channels

IEC 61108-1 compliant

Cold start time typically <40 seconds

VHF Transceiver

Transmitter x 1

Frequency: 161.975MHz and 162.025MHz

Output power: 1W EIRP

AIS SART operating features

LED indication for activation and test mode

Indication of GPS fix status

Activation button protected by break off cover

When activated reports position 8 times per minute

AIS safety related message “SART ACTIVE” transmitted every 4 minutes

Environmental

IPx6 and IPx8 rated for water ingress

IEC 60945 ‘Portable’ category

Operating temperature: -20°C to +55°C

Designed to be compliant with the following standards:

IEC61097-14 Edition 1 – AIS search and rescue transmitter

IEC60945 Edition 4 – Environmental requirements

ITU-R M.1371-4 – Universal AIS Technical Characteristics

IEC61108-1 – GPS receiver equipment

International type approvals including:

EU MED Wheelmark

FCC (USA)

Industry Canada

AIS SART100

Supplied with:

1m pole mount

10m buoyant lanyard

Mounting bracket (mounts to bulkhead or horizontal / vertical pole)

User manual and quick start guide

Fixing screws

Storage bag

AIS SART100

Dimensions and Typical Installation

AIS Tester M1

The AIS Tester M1 operates on AIS1 (Ch87B), AIS2(Ch88B) and DSC(Ch70) and performs the required AIS Class A tests in accordance with “Guidelines on annual testing of the AIS unit MSC.1/Circ.1252” and IMO Resolution MSC.308(88) (SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 18.9). It is designed in accordance with the relevant standards and recommendations.

It is a conveniently sized battery operated hand held unit with LCD Display.

Test results can be displayed on the LCD. Test results can also be saved to non-volatile memory for further processing (download to PC, Laptop and generate test reports). Results for up to ten test sessions (10 x AIS transponders) can be saved at a time.

No GPS is required. A proprietary RATDMA slot-synchronizing algorithm is used to generate VDL and VDL interrogation messages.

The AIS tester is used worldwide by ship radio surveyors, classification societies, administrative authorities and AIS equipment installers.

The 406MHz SARSAT Beacon Tester provides accurate, independent validation of the operation of COSPAS-SARSAT distress beacons in a volume of:

annual test requirements

shore-based maintenance under IMO Circular 10/40 and other resolutions requirements

fast check after beacon’s encoding or installation

406MHz Beacon Tester can receive the transmission from any 406 MHz COSPAS-SARSAT beacons of any manufacturer transmitting either in test mode or in real alert emergency mode

Additional, the tester provides the reception and check of 121,5MHz home transmitter signal

The signal can be received through the broadcast by means of antenna or the tester can be connected directly by means of cable through a suitable attenuator (option).

The tests can be performed in any room if the TEST MODE of distress beacon is used. Radiated tests in real alert emergency mode should be carried out using screened room (or enclosure) only.

Operation

It is very simple to check the distress beacon operation by means of 406MHz SARSAT BEACON Tester.

Turn on the tester and then turn the beacon to TEST mode. Make sure that there is at least 3 meters (15 meters max) distance between the tester and the beacon, and make simple actions to carry out the test procedures.

The tester will receive the signal, measure the frequency meanings, power level in all channels, signal duration, calculate and compare the BCH code and finally decode all emergency information automatically.

The tester provides demodulation and decoding of the emergency information and displays on your choice the НЕХ-code (15 Hex ID or the message 1-112 bit) as well as all decoded information in text view with all measured parameters. The BCH code is calculated and compared with the received one and the result is displayed.

All data will be saved in memory for further processing, 10 memory blocks are available.

All emergency data can be viewed on the tester’s LCD or can be transmitted to PC for procession.

Since it is crucial for the beacon ID to be registered with the national authorities, the 406 MHz SARSAT BEACON Tester provides an easy means to verify the ID after installation or reprogramming.

The tester allows to perform the measurement of beacon parameters by means of standard external antenna (from 3 to 15 meters), as well as via high-frequency cable and attenuator connection.

Note: attenuator is required for power level measurements, otherwise the power level will be only estimated.

The tester is lightweight, hand-held and user-friendly in usage, has keyboard and LCD with backlight.

The tester power supply is performed by 4 AA batteries 1,5V, as well as by external DC source with voltage 4,5…7V and load current no less than 300 mA.

This tester can be used for testing of personal locator beacons (PLB) or any other device (SSAS, SVDR, VDR) operating within COSPAS-SARSAT system.

Features

All 406 MHz COSPAS-SARSAT protocols will be decoded

Reception the signal within the range of 406.020…406.040 MHz frequencies

Easy and quick audio-control of the sweep signal presence on 121,5 MHz frequency

Internal database of received messages with possibility to save upto 10 results

Connection to Computer

After all tests are done usually it is required to process the measured data, prepare and print the test reports.

Thus the 406MHz tester can be easily connected to any PC or laptop. The connection is carried out by means of standard USB A-USB A cable and special software available on this website. The minimal requirements are Microsoft OS, such as Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 and at least 1 USB port. No special hardware configuration is required.

Specific FTDI driver should be installed for proper connection. It can be downloaded at our web-site as well.

It is very simple to connect the tester to PC. Connect one side of the cable to tester and other to PC. Then install the drivers following the standard Windows wizard. After the driver is installed run the software. No installation is required. Just run the executive file and press DOWNLOAD MESSAGE button. All saved data will be transferred to PC.

406MHz Beacon Tester

Technical Description

The SARSAT tester performs the following:

reception, demodulation and decoding of the emergency information transmitted on channel 406 MHz

frequency measurement of 406 MHz signal in range of 406.020…406.040MHz with accuracy to ± 500 Hz

audio-control of the sweep 121,5 MHz signal presence in range of 121500±10 kHz

power level measurement on 406 MHz channel within the range 19 – 43 dBm or 0,08W – 20W with accuracy to ±3,0 dB by means of antenna and ±0,5 dB by means of attenuator

power level measurement on 121.5 MHz channel within the range 13 – 20 dBm or 20-100 mW with accuracy to ±3,0 dB by means of antenna and ±0,5 dB by means of attenuator

estimation of the positive/negative phase deviation of modulated signal with accuracy to ± 2,8 о

measurement of total transmission time of 406 MHz signal with accuracy to ± 0,2%

measurement of unmodulated carrier duration of 406 MHz signal

estimation of the equivalent radiated power of 406 MHz signal through broadcast

Designed to operate at the temperature range from 0°C to + 45°C and relative air humidity should be no more than 95%, which is determined by used LCD.

The tester power supply is performed by 4 AA batteries 1,5 V, as well as by external DC source with voltage 4,5…7 V and load current no less than 300 мА. The tester is power supplied by USB cable when connected to computer or net USB adapter.

Continuous battery operation time is approxamitly 6 hours.

406MHz Beacon Tester

Supplied with:

406MHz BEACON Tester

Antenna

PC cable (USB A – USB A 1.5m)

4 AA batteries

Technical description and operation manual (English)

Device packing

Software and software user’s manual (available at our website)

Optional / Extra

High-frequency cable

Attenuator

406MHz Beacon Tester

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SART Tester 9GHz

The International Maritime Organization requires that all GMDSS equipment is maintained to ensure it meets the appropriate performance requirements. In the event of test failure, ships maybe detained in Port.

The 9GHz Search and rescue radar transponders (RADAR-SART) is important safety device and it must be checked regularly, annually or during shore-based maintenance.

The SART Tester is designed to provide accurate, independent validation of the operation of any Radar-SART in accordance with the requirements of SOLAS – 74/88 and other local classification authorities.

The SART Tester allows ensuring the SART meets the appropriate performance requirements. The SART Tester is portable and easy in use. It is far more effective and reliable than the primitive self-test function offered by any SART. The test results shown on LCD display or printed make easy the further analysis of the SART efficiency.

NATO Serial Number: 6625-12-379-2933

Operation

It is very simple to check RADAR-SART operation by means of SART Tester.

Turn on the tester and then turn on the RADAR-SART. Make sure that there is at least 1,5 meters distance between the tester and the SART and make simple actions to carry out the test procedure.

The SART Tester will receive the RADAR-SART signal, measure the frequency carrier, signal duration, frequency sweep number and estimate the power level of emitted signal.
The time of one measurement cycle does not exceed 2 minutes.

All data will be saved in memory for further processing. The measured data can be viewed by means of built-in LCD or can be transferred to any PC or laptop.

The tester is lightweight, hand-held and user-friendly in usage, has keyboard and LCD with backlight.

The tester power supply is performed by built-in rechargeable power supply unit.

SART Tester connected to Computer

After all tests are done usually it is required to process the measured data, prepare and print the test reports.

The RADAR-SART Tester can be easily connected to any PC or laptop. The connection is carried out by means of special cable included in standard delivery set and special software available on this website. The minimal requirements are Microsoft OS, such as Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 and at least 1 physical COM-port.
No special hardware configuration is required.

It is very simple to connect the tester to PC. Connect one side of the cable to tester and other to PC. No software installation is required. Just run the executive file and press DOWNLOAD MESSAGE button. All saved data will be transferred to PC.

SART Tester 9GHz

Technical Description

The SART Tester performs the following:

automatic measurement of SART parameters. The time of one measurement cycle does not exceed 2 minutes

measurement of response signal carrier frequency within the range 9140…9560Mhz

measurement of response signal duration within the range of 50…150mcs

indication of response signal power level within the range of Рr=300…950mW

1 cycle operation time without recharging is not less 7 hours

automatic monitoring of checked parameters with displaying them on LCD and connection to PC for further processing

storage of 10 measured parameter blocks in the nonvolatile memory

The current consumption of the device power supplied by batteries (built-in battery 6 V) in standby mode is < 85 mA and in measurement mode is < 270 mA.
The built-in battery of the device can be charged by power supply adaptor from 220V AC network. Maximum battery charging time does not exceed 16 hours.
The device guarantees the accuracy of voltage monitoring and indication on liquid crystal display within ± 5%.
Measurement of SART parameters is made through the broadcast by means of antenna.
According to service conditions the device is designed for operation in the internal shielded ship rooms at the temperature +5°С +55°С, and relative air humidity of 95%.

SART Tester 9GHz

Supplied with:

RADAR-SART Tester

PC Cable (Tester’s outlet – COM-Port)

Power supply and recharge unit

Windows software and drivers

Technical description and operation manual (English)

Device packing

SART Tester 9GHz

AIS Software – GEOVS

Featuring – 3D Visualisation Technology GEOVS is our range of visualisation and network solutions providing a unique and powerful perspective of any marine domain. Converting information from multiple sensors, such as AIS and Radar into a real time digital 3D environment that you can manipulate and control.

We provide customers with complete system solutions. With access to the complete technology and product portfolio,coupled with unmatched knowledge and experience, our ability to deliver innovative and customised solutions is unrivalled. Our expertise is in providing authorities with solutions to their maritime domain monitoring requirements. From creating a control system for the smallest waterway or port to a national scale system tracking all vessels within your EEZ, our solutions can create a robust and fully interoperable system solution.

GEOVS – Controller

A full maritime domain control room solution incorporating our unique visualisation technology. Full control of your network with administration control features and functions as well as a full array of data display and manipulation features and functions.

GEOVS – Hub

A robust and secure central database solution for data generated by multiple networked sensors. Provides a single secure repository of data which can be accessed by authorised users via the GEOVS- Controller and Viewer platforms.

GEOVS – Viewer

The ultimate in maritime domain awareness visualisation technology. Uniquely intuitive real time 2D and 3D display of AIS and other data. Designed to securely connect to the central data store (hub).

AIS Fleet Tracking

Introduction

Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a major technological step forward, providing a reliable, globally adopted communication platform to deliver applications that benefit many market segments.

This includes protecting and optimizing activities in your Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Affordable fleet monitoring

Implementing a customised vessel tracking system within available budget.

Giving authorities control of their fleet

Our vessel tracking system is designed to offer affordable, yet guaranteed fleet monitoring. The use of multiple technologies permits our system to be easily deployed along any coastline no matter the availability of coast monitoring locations – minimum cost, maximum functionality.

Rugged Vessel Transceivers

We offer a wide range of vessel transceivers suitable for installation on any vessel of any size or type. Each offers a wide range of security, installation and other configurable options to enable an optimised, proven and reliable solution that are practical for large or small scale rollouts.

Intelligent System Architecture

Our system merges terrestrial AIS and satellite sourced data transmitted by your vessels into a secure, powerful database located at a site of your choosing. Intelligent and highly configurable, our core system architecture is robust and scalable to suit your specific requirements.

Advanced display technology

Our advanced, intuitive and digitally enhanced 2D and 3D display solutions enable you to quickly make sense of the monitoring data, highlighting activities and areas which are of interest to you. This all translates into enhanced maritime domain awareness.

How it works

Our vessel tracking system offers guaranteed real time coverage, enabling you to track any vessel anywhere, any time and with complete integrity at an affordable cost.

This proven system offers you a guaranteed level of performance to suit your budget, in terms of how often the status of any given vessel is updated. This places you in full control of both your marine domain and your budget. Our system achieves this through the seamless fusion of terrestrial AIS and satellite technologies and built in vessel transceiver and system intelligence, automatically configuring themselves to minimise your operating costs.

Guaranteed service level

You determine how often each vessel, or group of vessels, provide a status report.
The system then intelligently guarantees this service level. You are in control.

Modular

The system is modular and highly configurable. It can be scaled from a single port or strategic
area to a national fleet tracking system across an entire EEZ and beyond. You decide.

Configurable

Next generation, intuitive digital display technology combined with configurable features
allows the system to be customised for your specific requirements. Have what you want

Key Features and Functions

Our system offers a wide range of features and functions built around a stable core data processing system. These can be changed, configured and refined to suit individual requirements.

Advanced real time 3D display of your marine domain

Traditional chart display

Comprehensive vessel data, images and owner database

Historical tracking records and replay

GEO (software) fence alerts

Dynamic vessel filtering

Activity analysis tools

Vessel polling and remote over the air interrogation capability

Guaranteed service level

Multiple user access to data

Encrypted transmissions option for total security

AIS Fishing Fleet Tracking

National fishing fleet monitoring system

A Ministry of Agriculture required a cost effective and operationally viable system to reliably track and monitor the national fishing fleet. The system needed to deliver benefits for the fishermen and the authorities to create a win win situation within a tight budget. With approximately 15,000 fishing boats, thousands of km’s of coast line and an EEZ (exclusive economic zone) extending to tens of thousands of square kilometres there were a number of challenges to overcome.

The authority had pre-determined that Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology offered the optimal combination of reliability, functionality and cost and above all was an IMO approved and sanctioned vessel tracking technology. Our customer support team worked with the customer and the authority to create a system specification which would deliver the required functionality.

As is normal with large national systems, one of the major challenges was the inability for AIS Coast Stations to be installed along the entire coast due to geographical challenges which made this impractical. Also various islands and headlands created reception black spots. This was overcome through the deployment of ABSEA enabled Identifier AIS Transceivers which enabled a percentage of the transmissions to be detected from the exactEarth AIS satellite network and fused with data collected from the terrestrial based coast station network.

SRT created a modular system solution for the customer made up of:

ABSEA enabled Identifier AIS Transceivers, with internal VDR functionality, to be securely fitted to each boat

Coast Stations to be installed wherever practical along the coast line to receive all AIS transmissions within range of the antenna in real time

A feed of satellite data, containing live and recent history location information with a once every 4 hour update rate

The GeoVS-HUB database solution to receive, process and store all information from coast stations and satellite

A range of GeoVS VIEWER licenses which enable the data to be viewed in real time on 2D charts and in enhanced real time 3D digital reality

The architecture of the proposed system will allow the customer to build their system gradually over time in accordance with their annual budgets. The first step has been to complete a small installation to prove and characterise the system which was followed by the commencement of the national rollout.

The customer benefited from our expertise in AIS technologies and MDA systems coupled with access to a complete range of products which were used to build the specific customised solution their national authority wanted. The availability of ABSEA enabled satellite AIS data at a fraction of the cost of traditional non AIS satellite technologies was a critical system differentiator as it enabled the authority to monitor any fishing vessel fitted with a transceiver across their entire EEZ.

AIS Satellite Tracking

ABSEA (Advanced Class B Satellite Enabled AIS) provides the ability to track any vessel equipped with a special Automatic Identification System (AIS) identifier created with unique technology from our partners at SRT Marine System Solutions.
The transmissions from these unique identifiers will be reliably received by the exactEarth global satellite network.

For more information about ABSEA or the Identifiers, please contact our sales team at: info@maritec.co.za

AIS is a Very High Frequency (VHF) technology primarily optimised and designed for high intensity terrestrial-based tracking with reliable range typically limited to approximately 50 nautical miles. High powered Class A type transceivers are able to be tracked globally by the existing exactEarth AIS satellite network, however due to a variety of complex reasons, transmissions from standard Class B and Identifier type devices cannot currently be reliably tracked from space.

The reception of Class B units from space has been traditionally hindered because Class B units are designed to always show deference to Class A devices. Class B units transmit less frequently at a lower power level. As Class A populations increase within a satellite footprint, the Class B transmissions become indistinguishable from the general noise floor. By utilising patented Satellite AIS techniques coupled with SRT technology, ABSEA allows terrestrial and satellite tracking of these small vessels without requiring expensive equipment and per-bit message charges for the ship owner.

exactEarth and SRT have now developed a unique technology called ABSEA which, when embedded within these standard low-powered AIS transceivers, enables their transmissions to be consistently received by exactEarth satellites. This allows wide-area tracking of these vessels and also enables the provision of valuable supplementary AIS tracking data to existing terrestrial networks with limited coverage.

Combining the efficiency of SRT’s em-trak Identifier with the most advanced Satellite AIS technology available, ABSEA represents the most cost-efficient and comprehensive solution to monitor all of the world’s shipping, regardless of vessel size and location. The first ABSEA-enabled products are expected to be deployed later this year.